Senior Staff Sourcer / Recruiter (W2 Only)

Role: Senior Staff Sourcer

Location: Austin, Texas (Onsite - 5 days a week)

Type: Contract

• Own full sourcing strategy and execution for complex semiconductor R&D roles by defining target profiles, building high-quality pipelines, and aligning to hiring priorities across various GPU, SoC, and system-level engineering teams.

• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search, talent mapping, and market intelligence, to identify and engage passive candidates across GPU, CPU, NPU, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, Performance/Power, and Architecture.

• Identify, engage, and influence top engineering talent through tailored outreach and compelling storytelling—leveraging recruitment marketing assets and social platforms to proactively position SARC/ACL and strengthen brand present in highly competitive markets beyond active requisitions.

• Collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to calibrate searches, provide real-time market insights, and continuously refine strategy to improve efficiency and hiring outcomes.

Requirements

• 10+ years of sourcing or recruiting experience, with 2+ years supporting semiconductor R&D, hardware engineering, or related technical roles.

• Proven experience sourcing for GPU, SoC, Architecture, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, or related silicon engineering functions.

• Demonstrated success identifying and engaging passive talent in competitive semiconductor markets.

• Advanced expertise in Boolean search, talent mapping, and market research.

• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, and other sourcing tools.

• Strong understanding of semiconductor talent landscapes and key competitors.

• Proven ability to influence and “sell” opportunities to highly experienced technical talent.

• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global environment